This blog presents news items and resources relating to trial advocacy and the legal system, with a focus on Washington State. It was developed to support the Trial Advocacy Program at the University of Washington School of Law, but now has a broader coverage and a wider audience. In addition to information about trials and trial practice, you'll find notes about appellate practice, the courts, access to justice, and related topics.

Monday, April 11, 2005

An L.A. Times reporter noticed a dogeared check in his son's car trunk. Why did he have a check for 49 cents? He was a member of a class in case against Bank of America concerning certain credit card fees and billing practices. In "A Suit That Makes More Cents for the Lawyers" the reporter tries to track down more information about the case.